Senior Field Representative
Location: US, KS, Overland Park
Department: 20
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Certification
Industry: Environmental Services
Function: Engineering

Company profile:
Established in 1984, Geotechnology, Inc. is a highly respected, professional engineering and environmental services corporation. We have experience working on a broad range of projects in applied earth and environmental sciences, geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing and non-destructive testing, geophysical surveys, drilling and construction observation. Our over 150 employees call Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and Tennessee home; we are proud to work in and support the communities in which we live with resources and capabilities comparable to much larger national firms. While we are a well-known resource in the Midwest and Mid-South regions we are able and do, provide our services nationwide.

Job description:
Under the designated supervisor, performs routine to difficult field tests, observations and measurements on private and government projects. May supervise, direct or instruct other field representatives in procedures. Coordinates with various staff professionals. Conducts business development activities and prepares materials testing proposals.MAJOR DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:SupervisoryMay supervise field representatives and make assignments.Reviews work of subordinates for conformity to company practices and standards.Training/MentoringMust possess the traits to promote good working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors and clients.Must have ability to train and motivate subordinates.Must be alert to new procedures and methods, and be able to train new field representatives in these procedures/methods.Client RelationsMust be able to communicate with contractor or client personnel and have the ability to operate calmly under pressure.Interacts with client’s field representatives to report results and conclusions.Contacts clients regarding materials testing opportunities.Tracks and pursues construction contracts that include materials testing.Prepares proposals for materials testing projects.GeneralMay act as a special inspector as required by building codes on more complex jobs.Assists with geophysical exploration.Makes field reconnaissance of sites and takes photographs of field operations as required.Performs field surveying on complex projects and assists with field engineering activities.Performs field quality control tests on plastic concrete.Performs field density testing of soil, asphalt and aggregate.Performs routine laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, asphalt, concrete and other construction materials.Observes non-destructive tests on welded and bolted connections when certification is not required.Observes pile driving, shoring and tieback, and underpinning projects.Observes placement of fill and proofrolling of subgrades requiring visual verification.Verifies foundation subgrade conditions on routine projects.Prepares written daily field observation reports and summary reports.Prepares memos for review by staff professionals.Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements:
MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalentCERTIFICATION/LICENSING: Nuclear Safety Certified; ACI Level I and II or NICET Level I, II and III or ICC Special Inspector or KDOT Certified or equivalent.SPECIFICATION SUMMARY: Must be proficient in most types of field testing used in geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing. Ability to follow instruction and perform routine to complex field tests. Ability to pass physical exam.SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS: Eight plus years experience required in similar field-related activities. Must have:Proficiency in conducting relevant field tests.Ability to reduce and interpret test data, prepare testing reports and make oral presentations to staff professionals and clients.Advanced familiarity with characteristics of applicable materials.Awareness of loss prevention techniques as they apply to field endeavors.Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications.Ability to supervise representatives and work with many staff professionals and clients.Ability to develop testing procedures and/or quality control plans.KDOT Certifications

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